Breaking News: Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Transgender Military Ban
In a significant legal development, a federal judge has temporarily blocked an executive order by former President Donald Trump that sought to ban transgender individuals from serving in the U.S. military. U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes of Washington, D.C., ruled Tuesday that Trump’s order likely violates the constitutional rights of transgender service members.
The ruling comes in response to a legal challenge filed by attorneys representing six active-duty transgender service members and two individuals seeking to enlist in the military. Judge Reyes granted a preliminary injunction, effectively halting the implementation of the ban while the case proceeds in court.
The decision marks a major setback for the Trump Administration, which had argued that the ban was necessary for military readiness and unit cohesion. However, Judge Reyes found that the order likely infringes on the due process rights of transgender individuals under the Fifth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
While the injunction is immediate, Judge Reyes delayed its enforcement by three days to allow the Trump Administration time to file an appeal. This window could set the stage for a higher court to weigh in on the contentious policy, which has been a focal point of legal battles since its introduction.
The ruling is the latest in a series of court decisions challenging policies enacted during Trump’s presidency. Advocacy groups for LGBTQ+ rights have praised the decision, calling it a victory for equality and constitutional protections.
For now, transgender service members can continue to serve openly in the military, and potential recruits who identify as transgender may still enlist unless the injunction is overturned on appeal.
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It pure bullshit Trump has a phobia and doesn't think these people can do the job like any others.